The Ruby Hotel
Midcentury modern with a warm, independent personality. Color-saturated rooms, Tivoli radios on the nightstands, a bar that pays homage to 1960s cocktail and jazz culture. It feels like a stylish friend's lake house more than a conventional hotel.
Request a first-floor room if stairs are a concern — the hotel has no elevator.
Why It Matters
The whole place is named after a love letter the owners found on the property in 2016, addressed to a 'Dearest Ruby.' That origin story shapes the whole vibe — intentional, sentimental, and design-driven. It's one of the few genuinely independent boutique properties in the greater Austin area, and it's listed on Tablet Hotels. The creek views from every single balcony are the real draw.
A 39-room creekside boutique in Round Rock, about 20 miles north of downtown Austin. The property sits on three acres overlooking Brushy Creek, surrounded by century-old live oak trees. The modern hotel buildings were designed and constructed around the perimeter of the land to preserve the 180-degree water views, while the original 1960s house on-site was converted into the Ruby Bar, still with its original oven hood intact.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Corner King
360 sq ft of mid-century inspired comfort situated on a corner, available on first or second floor. Walk-in shower (no soaking tub), and a private corner balcony with creek views. More space than the standard King Room but without the soaking tub of the suite.
1 King
Double Room
315 sq ft room with two full-size beds — the family or friends option. Walk-in shower and a private balcony with creek views. Same mid-century aesthetic and quality finishes throughout.
2 FullKing Room
315 sq ft king room on first or second floor with a walk-in shower and private balcony looking out over the pool and garden or the creek. The entry-level king option — compact but fully kitted out with the same quality finishes as the larger rooms.
1 King
King Suite
The largest room on offer at 420 sq ft, available on the first or second floor. King Suites have both a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower, a double vanity, and a spacious corner balcony with expansive pool or creek views. Mid-century-inspired interiors. The Garden Suite variant is second-floor only and requires stairs to access.
1 KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Add-on package for birding enthusiasts. Includes binoculars, a guide to local birds, and a Ruby Bar cocktail. The creek banks are prime habitat — water birds nest in the large trees and cattle often roam the northern banks.
Walk the three acres of landscaped gardens surrounding the property along Brushy Creek. Family-friendly and free for guests.
The Ruby Bar hosts live entertainment on select evenings. Schedule posted on the Hip Happenings section of the website.
Non-guests and guests can purchase a pool pass with a $50 minimum F&B spend at the pool. Access to the resort-style outdoor pool with poolside cocktails and bites.
Saturday and Sunday brunch at The Ruby Bar from 9am to 2pm. Open to hotel guests and the public alike.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The Ruby is a member of Stash Hotel Rewards, an independent hotel loyalty program. Guests can earn and redeem points across participating independent hotels.
Four distinct event spaces: The Ruby House (up to 100 guests), The Lawn & Canopy Patio (up to 100 guests), Creek View Patio (up to 40 guests), and the Boardroom & Covered Patio (up to 32 guests). Suitable for weddings, corporate dinners, and private gatherings.
A limited number of pet-friendly rooms available. Pet fee is $50 per night plus a $200 refundable deposit. Pet-friendly reservations can only be made by phone. Pets must be leashed in all outdoor areas and cannot be left unattended.
Three acres of landscaped gardens surrounding the property, overlooking Brushy Creek. Great for a stroll. The creek is dammed east of the property near Veterans Park, creating a small lake on the north side. Wildlife viewing — water birds, cattle along the banks — is common.
Resort-style pool open daily from 10am to 10pm, year-round. Not heated. No lifeguard on duty. No glass permitted. Seasonal poolside food and beverage service from The Ruby Bar. Pool passes available to non-guests on Monday through Wednesday (noon–5pm) with a $50 minimum F&B spend.
Located in the lobby. Carries curated midcentury glassware and antiques, games, knick-knacks, pre-bottled Ruby Old Fashioneds, and Ruby-branded merchandise.
Front desk staffed around the clock. Guests can also text (512) 600-7997 for pre-arrival check-in or late-night assistance.
Two on-site parking lots. When full, free street parking is available along Fannin Avenue and adjacent streets. Parking is for hotel guests and Ruby Bar patrons only.
Open 24 hours a day. Equipment includes a treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, free weights, mats, and resistance bands and weighted balls. An emergency phone in the fitness center dials directly to 911.
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